Cognizance of an offence
Introduction An offence can be categorized into different types on the basis of various factors. One such categorization is that…
Trial Procedure in a Summons Case
As per the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, there are three types of trial: Warrant case trial Summons case trial…
LAW OF DEFAMATION
Introduction Violence is done not only by actions but also by words. You don’t know how much your words do…
First Information Report (FIR)
First Information Report is the earliest form of information recorded for the cognizable offence by an officer-in-charge of the police…
How to file a Police Complaint
As per Section 2(d) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 the complaint means any allegation made orally or in…
Laws of Sedition vs. Freedom of Speech and Expression
Section 124A of Indian Penal Code, 1860 describes the offence of sedition. As per the prescribed section, a Sedition is…
Procedure after Arrest
The Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 provides a certain procedure to be followed after arrest to ensure the legality of the…
How to file a Bail Application (Regular and Interim Bail)
INTRODUCTION When police arrest a person accused of a crime. The person has a legal right to file for a…
Statutory (Default) Bail
Statutory Bail The grant of Bail is almost always dependent on merit except in cases of statutory or default bail,…
How to file for Anticipatory Bail?
Envisaged under section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code, Anticipatory bail is granted to a person who has an apprehension of arrest…